The cafes in Udaipur come in two kinds. In the old city around Gangaur Ghat and Lake Pichola, small rooftop cafes trade on lake views and sunsets. Further north, around Fateh Sagar, Panchwati and Badgaon, the newer aesthetic cafes, roasteries and bakehouses draw a younger local crowd.
Here are 11 cafes in Udaipur grouped by area, each with the cost for two and hours a recent guide reported, where available.
- Cafes listed
- 11
- Typical cost for two
- Rs 400 to 1,500 (reported, 2024 to 2026 sources)
- Lake-view hub
- Gangaur Ghat and Lake Pichola
- Aesthetic cafe hub
- Fateh Sagar and Panchwati
- Best time
- Sunset; arrive by about 5:15 pm (reported tip)
Lake Pichola and old city cafes
These cafes are about the view first. Seats facing the lake fill up before sunset, so go early.
Jheel's Ginger Coffee Bar and Bakery
The best-known lakeside cafe in Udaipur, with waterfront and rooftop seating, coffee, wood-fired pizza and bakes such as walnut pie. Good for early mornings.
- Area: Gangaur Ghat Marg
- Reported cost: Rs 400 to 800 for two (Trekgo guide, Aug 2026)
Sun and Moon Restaurant and Cafe
A casual rooftop for sunrise and sunset, with shakshuka, pizzas and juices.
- Area: near Gangaur Ghat
Soul
A Pichola-side cafe with rooftop views, often with live music. A good evening pick.
- Area: Haridas Ji Ki Magri, Pichola
- Reported cost: Rs 1,200 for two (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
- Reported hours: 8 am to midnight (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
Natural View Restaurant
A budget lake-view spot facing the Lake Palace, with homestyle food and thalis.
- Area: Lal Ghat
- Reported cost: Rs 400 to 800 for two (Trekgo guide, Aug 2026)
Upre by 1559 AD
A splurge rooftop on the Lake Pichola Hotel with canopied seating and Mewari dishes such as ker sangri, plus continental options. More restaurant than cafe, but a classic sunset table.
- Area: Chandpole
- Reported cost: Rs 2,000 to 4,000 for two (Trekgo guide, Aug 2026)
Qalaa: Art Bar and Coffeehouse
An art-led coffeehouse that runs late. A strong pick for aesthetic cafes in Udaipur.
- Area: Brahmpole
- Reported cost: Rs 1,500 for two (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
- Reported hours: 11 am to midnight (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
Aesthetic cafes near Fateh Sagar, Panchwati and Badgaon
The Pot Garden
A garden cafe near Fateh Sagar that is reported to be open around the clock, popular for late coffee.
- Area: Ambavgarh, Fateh Sagar
- Reported cost: Rs 1,200 for two (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
- Reported hours: 24 hours (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
Kulhadwala Coffee
Creamy coffee served in clay kulhads, cheap and quick, with bhel and sev puri stalls nearby.
- Area: near Fateh Sagar Lake
- Described as very light on the pocket (Outlook India, updated Nov 2025)
Aosa: Bakehouse and Roastery
A bakehouse and coffee roastery that stays open very late; good for coffee and pastries.
- Area: Fatehpura / Panchwati
- Reported cost: Rs 900 for two (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
- Reported hours: 9 am to 2 am (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
Koi All Day Cafe
An all-day cafe on the Badgaon side, popular for its design and photos.
- Area: Shobhagpura, Badgaon
- Reported cost: Rs 800 for two (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
- Reported hours: 12 pm to 11 pm (Curly Tales, Oct 2024)
Oladar Village Cafe
Indian and international food inside a historic haveli, with village-themed interiors made from reclaimed wood and scrap.
- Area: old city haveli (Outlook India, updated Nov 2025)
Getting there, best time and booking
- Old-city lanes near Gangaur Ghat are narrow; walk or take an auto rather than driving.
- Sunset is the peak time at lake-view cafes. One 2026 guide puts sunset at about 5:45 to 6:45 pm by season and suggests arriving by 5:15 pm.
- Fateh Sagar cafes have easier parking along the lake road.
- Book rooftop tables at places like Upre for dinner, especially in winter and wedding season.
How we picked these cafes
This is an independent list. No cafe paid to be included and none of the links are sponsored. We shortlisted cafes that appear in recent food and travel guides or dining app listings, opened those sources, and only kept places that were not marked closed.
Costs and hours are as reported by the sources named, change often, and should be checked with the cafe or a dining app before you go.
Questions and answers
Which is the best lake view cafe in Udaipur?
Jheel's Ginger Coffee Bar at Gangaur Ghat is the most recommended; Soul and Natural View also have Pichola views.
What are the aesthetic cafes in Udaipur?
Qalaa in Brahmpole, Koi All Day Cafe in Badgaon, The Pot Garden near Fateh Sagar and Aosa Bakehouse are often listed for their design.
Is there a cafe in Udaipur open 24 hours?
The Pot Garden near Fateh Sagar was reported as open 24 hours in late 2024. Confirm before a late visit.
How much does a cafe in Udaipur cost?
Most cafes on this page were reported at Rs 400 to 1,500 for two; lake-view rooftop restaurants can cost Rs 2,000 to 4,000.
Sources
Last checked: 14 October 2026